Slippin’ Through the Cracks The Bobby Rush Musical

By Stephen Helper & Bobby Rush
October 20-24, 27, 29-31, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
October 25 & November 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
October 28, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
World Premiere Musical

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The life, music, and legacy of a Mississippi Blues Legend.

“A striving symbol of determination and resilience, of optimism and hope, that all of us need right now.” – Broadway World

Triple Grammy-winner Bobby Rush has a foot-stomping, uplifting, funky blues story that he wants to tell. From the juke joints of the South to the Grammy stage, Bobby Rush’s life is a story of perseverance, artistry, and soul. This electrifying world premiere musical developed by New Stage Theatre blends live music with storytelling to trace a remarkable journey through American history and the blues. Slippin’ Through the Cracks encapsulates the message Bobby Rush has for us today: “If a dirt-poor country boy, with no education, no opportunities, faced with great troubles, can make it through life doing what he loves, so can you.” Recommended for ages 16+

Press Releases:
Press Release_Slippin’ Through the Cracks The Bobby Rush Musical
Press Release_NEA Grant Announcement for Slippin’ Through the Cracks The Bobby Rush Musical

Articles:
Broadway World | Bobby Rush Musical SLIPPIN’ THROUGH THE CRACKS to Have World Premiere in Jackson, MS This Fall
Playbill | Slippin’ Through the Cracks: The Bobby Rush Musical Sets Fall World Premiere
Broadway News | Bobby Rush bio-musical from ‘Smokey Joe’s Cafe’ co-creator sets world premiere in Mississippi
See Who’s Starring in Slippin’ Through the Cracks: The Bobby Rush Musical | Playbill
Cast and Creative Team Set for SLIPPIN’ THROUGH THE CRACKS: The Bobby Rush Musical | BroadwayWorld
Mark Henderson, Rajeer Alford, and Jaden White set to portray Bobby Rush in ‘Slippin’ Through the Cracks: The Bobby Rush Musical’ | Blex Media
WLBT| New Stage Theatre receives $49,000 NEA grant for Bobby Rush musical

Interviews:
WJTV| The Daily ‘Sip with Walt Grayson and Dr. Mark Henderson
WJTV| The Daily ‘Sip with Bobby Rush and Stephen Helper
WJTV|Live @ 9 with Kayla Thompson featuring Jayla Lomax and Vershaune Stamps